India

Capital

New Delhi

Continent

Independence Date

15 August 1947

Official LanguageAfrikaans
Second LanguageBengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu (and others)
Population~1.43 billion
Passport ColorRed
Passport Rank#85
Dialing Code91
Country TLD.in

India (Hindi: भारत, Bharat) is a vast and diverse country located in South Asia, bordered by Pakistan to the west, China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north, and Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east. The Indian Ocean lies to its south, with the Arabian Sea to the southwest and the Bay of Bengal to the southeast. The capital city is New Delhi.

India is the world’s largest democracy and the second most populous nation. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, linguistic diversity, ancient civilizations, and rapid economic growth. The country is a global leader in technology, space exploration, and renewable energy, and its economy is among the top five largest in the world.

With Hindi and English as official languages and over 1,600 dialects, India’s diversity is unmatched. The currency is the Indian Rupee (INR). The nation is famous for its festivals, cuisine, history, and landmarks such as the Taj Mahal, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Quick Facts About India

Coordinates20.5937° N, 78.9629° E
Bordering CountriesPakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar
Region / ContinentAsia (South Asia)
Total Area~3,287,263 sq km
Population Density~470 people per sq km
Highest PointKangchenjunga – 8,586 m
Major RiversGanges, Yamuna, Brahmaputra, Godavari, Narmada
Climate TypeTropical monsoon; diverse climate zones
Famous ForTaj Mahal, yoga, spices, Bollywood, festivals
Major LandmarksTaj Mahal, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Jaipur City Palace
Official LanguagesHindi, English (and 21 other recognized languages)
CurrencyIndian Rupee (INR)
Government TypeFederal Parliamentary Republic
Time ZoneUTC+5:30
Major ExportsPetroleum products, gems, software, machinery, textiles
Visitor EntryeVisa available for citizens of many countries

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